MSc Bioarchaeology

Durham City

 

INTAKE: October

Program Overview

The MSc in Bioarchaeology at Durham University is an innovative and interdisciplinary program that explores the relationship between archaeology and human remains. This program focuses on the analysis of human skeletal remains to understand past populations, their health, and their way of life. 

  1. Human Osteology: Students gain expertise in human skeletal anatomy and learn to identify bones and interpret pathological conditions.

  2. Archaeological Field Methods: The program includes training in excavation techniques and fieldwork, enabling students to handle archaeological remains with care.

  3. Stable Isotope Analysis: Students learn how to use stable isotope analysis to reconstruct ancient diets and migration patterns.

  4. Palaeopathology: The program delves into the study of ancient diseases and injuries to understand the health of past populations.

  5. Forensic Archaeology: Students explore the application of bioarchaeological methods in forensic contexts.

  6. Taphonomy: The program investigates the processes that affect human remains after death and their preservation in archaeological contexts.

  7. Bioarchaeological Ethics: Students critically examine the ethical considerations in working with human remains.

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Location

Durham City

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Score

IELTS 7

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Tuition Fee

£ 23750

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

  • Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% to 70% or equivalent.
  • English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
    • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
    • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 92, with at least 23 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
    • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 62 with no individual score below 59.
  • Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

  • academic marksheets & transcripts
  • letters of recommendation
  • a personal statement - SOP
  • passport
  • other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Durham University offers a range of scholarships and bursaries to both domestic and international students.

  1. Durham University Scholarships and Bursaries: These are awarded to both undergraduate and postgraduate students based on academic excellence, financial need, or specific criteria such as subject area or country of origin.
  2. Durham International Scholarships: These are awarded to exceptional international students who are pursuing undergraduate or postgraduate studies at the university. The scholarship covers a portion of tuition fees and is renewable for the duration of the course.
  3. Government Scholarships: Durham University participates in a number of government scholarship programs, including the Chevening Scholarship and the Commonwealth Scholarship.
  4. College-Specific Scholarships: Some colleges at Durham University offer scholarships and bursaries to their students, such as the Van Mildert College Music Scholarship and the St. Mary's College Travel Grant.
  5. Departmental Scholarships: Some academic departments at Durham University offer scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships may be discipline-specific or focused on supporting students from specific regions or countries. 
  6. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: The Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships are prestigious scholarships awarded to exceptional international students across all academic disciplines. These scholarships cover the full tuition fees and provide a generous living allowance for the duration of the program. The selection process is highly competitive and based on academic merit and leadership potential.

Graduates of the MSc Bioarchaeology program possess specialized skills in the analysis of human skeletal remains and their archaeological context. 

  1. Bioarchaeologist: Graduates can work as bioarchaeologists, conducting research on human remains for academic institutions, museums, or archaeological units.

  2. Cultural Resource Manager: Graduates may work in cultural resource management, assessing and preserving archaeological sites with human remains.

  3. Museum Curator: Graduates can pursue careers as museum curators, overseeing human remains collections and exhibitions.

  4. Forensic Anthropologist: Graduates with an interest in forensic applications can work in forensic anthropology, assisting in criminal investigations and identification of human remains.

  5. Academic Researcher: Graduates may continue their studies at the doctoral level and pursue careers as academic researchers and educators.

  6. Heritage Consultant: Graduates can work as heritage consultants, advising on the preservation and interpretation of human remains in heritage contexts.


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